What does NUDGE mean?

Parts of Speech:

Nudge is a verb and a noun.

Definitions:

As a verb, nudge means to push or poke someone or something gently, often with the elbow or with a finger. As a noun, nudge means a gentle push or touch.

Pronunciations:

US: /nʌdʒ/

UK: /nʌdʒ/

Origin and Usage:

The word nudge originated in the 1670s and is believed to be an alteration of the word "nidge," which means to give a small push. The word has been in use for centuries and is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms:

As a verb: push, prod, poke, jostle, elbow, bump, jog. As a noun: prod, push, touch, tap, shove.

Related Words:

touch, shove, punch, kick, pinch.

Example Sentences:

• She nudged him to wake him up.
• The dog nudged her with its nose.
• He gave the door a gentle nudge to open it.